By Megan Riedlinger
11:04am PDT, Sep 4, 2022
_
We never know what to expect from the MTV Video Music Awards. Year after year, the biggest names in music descend on the red carpet in some of the wildest getups of the year. The 2022 event on Aug. 28 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, was no different — so Wonderwall.com has rounded up the best and worst fashion of the night… "Meant to Be" singer Bebe Rexha joked about a potential wardrobe malfunction in her Vivienne Westwood dress ahead of the MTV VMAs, and there was definitely reason to worry! Her elegant black gown included an off-the-shoulder detail and a dangerously low neckline, which was balanced out by a sky-high slit.
Keep reading to see more fashion hits and misses of the night…
RELATED: Craziest performance outfits of MTV VMAs past
_
Obsessed! Sabrina Carpenter scored a fashion hit in this sweet floral Moschino gown. The floor-length selection covered in colorful flower designs included a halter-style detail and cutouts down the bodice.
RELATED: The most unforgettable moments of past MTV VMAs
_
Sabrina Carpenter topped off her darling Moschino gown with a thick black headband. This angle also gives you a better glimpse at those risky hip cutouts and the embellishment details on the myriad flowers.
RELATED: See every MTV VMA Video of the Year winner ever
_
Actress-singer and former Disney star Dove Cameron turned up in a multicolored gown we didn't quite adore. Her pick from Paco Rabanne was plucked straight from the runway and included belted details on the bodice and at the waist before giving way to a dark floral print down to the floor. Let's see this one up close…
_
Dove Cameron accessorized her Paco Rabanne gown with an equally severe thick choker-style necklace. We're not fans of the dramatic pick, or the messy braids the singer-actress rocked on the red carpet.
_
Taylor Swift made a triumphant return to the MTV VMAs in this show-stopping shimmery Oscar de la Renta minidress. The superstar's frock included strategically placed rhinestone embellishments roped from neck to thigh, which paired perfectly with her equally stunning Christian Louboutin heels that were also dripping in jewels. Let's take a closer look at the intricacies of this dress…
_
Taylor Swift made a glamorous statement in this Oscar de la Renta design, with thousands of shimmering stones covering a sheer netting base. Though the confection included a thick halter-style detail, we loved the addition of just one delicate strap hanging off both shoulders. Next up? A look at this one from the back…
_
Taylor Swift's Oscar de la Renta selection, which was almost entirely backless, also featured strategically placed stones and dangling details from the rear. Before we move on, we've got to take a look at her equally stunning jewels…
_
Taylor Swift certainly didn't need to add more sparkle to her MTV VMAs getup, but we still couldn't help but fixate on her Lorraine Schwartz diamond drop earrings… which almost stole the show from her signature red lip.
_
The one and only Lizzo certainly wore an impressive amount of fabric as she arrived on the red carpet. Though we loved the shade of her dreamy Jean Paul Gaultier ballgown, the excessive draping swallowed the star whole and the addition of the overly dramatic Lael Osness gloves didn't help matters. Next up, a look at the other surprising accessories she added…
_
Lizzo sported rows and rows of cuffs and hoops from Jennifer Fisher on her ears to top off her Jean Paul Gaultier gown, a surprising choice for such an elegant selection. Dark lipstick and a dramatic smokey eye completed this eye-catching ensemble.
_
The ladies of BLACKPINK (from left: Lisa, Jisoo, Jennie and Rosé) coordinated in all-black getups on MTV VMAs night, matching the carpet and pulling off a united look despite rocking all different designers! Lisa sported a jumpsuit by Celine while Jisoo donned a pretty lace spaghetti-strap ankle-length frock from Christian Dior. Jennie chose coordinates by Chanel that included a cropped halter top and a low-waisted full skirt and Rosé rounded out the group in a high-necked long-sleeved minidress by Saint Laurent.
_
Jack Harlow turned up in a designer we don't see often on the red carpet: Hermès! The "First Class" rapper lived up to his song title in this chocolate brown leather suit from the fashion house, which he rocked with a satin turtleneck in a similar shade. Black leather loafers and a few other accessories rounded out his look…
_
Jack Harlow added brown-tinted sunglasses and diamond stud earrings to complete his chic Hermès ensemble.
_
You might not believe it, but Khalid's bizarre multicolored getup was actually Versace. Yep, the singer's clashing prints and multiple layers — which included a black long-sleeved top with a pink-and-orange print underneath a cheery orange-and-hot pink collarless button-down — was actually couture. If the top half wasn't bold enough, the pairing with purple pants and boots cemented this look as a miss… though this is exactly how it was styled down the runway too!
_
Another Versace look that shocked us? Avril Lavigne's shapeless look from the fashion house! The rocker arrived in this boring pick — a long-sleeved corseted bodysuit paired with silk trousers. A subtle shimmer was included via the wallet chain and leather belt, but you have to see them closer to view the only interesting detail from her whole ensemble…
_
Yep, upon closer inspection, there's a tiny Versace detail — Medusa heads on her wallet chain. But the most interesting part of Avril Lavigne's MTV VMAs look was actually the orange streaks in her hair.
_
We fell hard for Becky G's Zuhair Murad dress — that silhouette! the tarot card elements embellished from head to toe! — but when she turned to the side, we weren't as wild about this pick…
_
This busy Zuhair Murad piece was already stunning and intricate enough, so it didn't need a the barely-there sides to detract from its intricate detailing. But before we move on from this polarizing Becky G pick, we have to give her some praise for her beauty look…
_
Absolutely flawless! Becky G's eye-catching Zuhair Murad gown was almost eclipsed by her fabulous beauty look: a smokey eye, rosy cheeks and a bold red lip.
_
J Balvin looked sharp in this all-white Prada ensemble, from his chic oversized suit all the way down to his shoes! Despite the bright white ensemble, he added a little spice and color in a surprising spot… his hairdo!
_
J Balvin sported tiger-striped hair! Yep, the singer rocked some black stripes on his bright red buzzcut.
_
Lil Nas X always make a splash at award shows, and the MTV VMAs were no different. The rapper turned up in this creation by Harris Reed that included, well, feathers, feathers and more feathers. Sequined pants held up a hoop skirt trimmed in the detail, and he also rocked a circular headpiece filled with plumes. While we didn't particularly get this look, we did appreciate its intricacy. Let's take a closer peek…
_
Lil Nas X's hoop skirt wouldn't have been complete with a near-matching headpiece comprised of halo after halo of black feathers. He added a little bit of shimmer with some layered diamond bracelets and stud earring to complete his wild look.
_
Get ready to see a lot of neon green! Kicking off the lime green trend was Latto, who arrived in this look from Ludo Bokuchava. Her minidress included a plunging neckline, long sleeves and cutouts down the bodice. The star continued to keep things easy in green with matching sandals in the same neon shade.
_
Ava Max continued the green trend in this strategically draped minidress from Coperni. It was almost identical to Latto's but included a bigger cutout from the neckline to the waist. Instead of keeping everything green, the singer donned crystal-embellished platform heels to complete her stand-out look.
_
The neon green minidresses were hits in our book, but Lauren Spencer Smith served up a matching look that we didn't love. The star arrived in this very oversized pantsuit by Christian Wijnants. Though we didn't appreciate the coordinates, we did love the way she topped it with that matching baseball hat and a long side braid.
_
It wasn't just the ladies in lime green on VMAs night! Colton Haynes followed suit in this sharp Dior Men pantsuit — an oversized blazer and bellbottom-style trousers. He sported the suit sans shirt and added black dress shoes to finish off his cheery pick.
_
Tayshia Adams turned up in a different shade of green on MTV VMAs night. The former "The Bachelorette" star rocked this strapless Tarik Ediz ballgown that included a sweetheart neckline, a thigh-high slit and a glamorous train that trailed behind her. Next up? A look at her jewels….
_
Tayshia Adams arrived at the award show in style, adding some diamonds from jewelry designers Nicole Rose and Nickho Rey. Her half-up, half-down 'do wisely allowed her jewels and gown to stay in the spotlight.
_
DJ Khaled dressed way down at the MTV VMAs, opting for this low-key gray pairing of a Prada shirt and trousers. Despite a darker pick, he jazzed things up with the color of the night: neon green Nikes.
_
We've got a lot of questions about comedian Chloe Fineman's VMAs look. Her custom threeASFOUR creation included a sleeveless top and an all-over shimmery silver fabric that gave us strong aluminum foil vibes. But the back of the frock was the oddest part…
_
Is it a snail? A down comforter? Chloe Fineman's truly strange silver confection left us with more questions than answers.
_
Chloe Bailey rocked a silver frock we could get behind! The singer's intricate gown brought a much needed dose of glamour to the MTV VMAs red carpet. From the spaghetti straps to the structured bodice and thigh-high slit, the Zigman design marked one of the more memorable fashion moments of the night.
_
We love a surprising gown, and singer Anitta served one up in the form of this sleek fitted red dress from Schiaparelli Couture. The piece included a unique ribbed bodice with a detached detail meant to look like the shape of a human heart held in place by a single thin halter strap. The only aspect of the outfit we didn't like? Her beauty look…
_
Anitta accessorized her gown with stunning Tiffany & Co. jewels — statement ear clips in gold with diamonds set in platinum — but even those beauties couldn't distract us from her bizarre hairstyle. The singer opted to have a few strands of hair run across her face in a move we hope doesn't catch on!
_
Rachel Lindsay kept things safe and simple in this feather-trimmed LBD. The former "The Bachelorette" star's Randi Rahm Couture pick included spaghetti straps and fun plumes that were perfectly accessorized with strappy black sandals.
_
Sorry, Kane Brown! Despite rocking Prada on the red carpet, these designer duds still looked super-casual thanks to the way the crossover artist styled them. His ill-fitting suit and an unbuttoned green shirt gave off a very messy vibe that was finished off with chunky combat boots.
_
That Girl Lay Lay made a statement in these Christian Dior coordinates. We loved the youthful vibe the cropped jacket, top and shorts — all of which included dashes of the fashion house's signature logo print — brought to the red carpet She finished off her cool ensemble with even more Dior down to her socks and combat boots!
_
Though we still have two months to go until Halloween, Sofia Carson turned up in this costume-like Carolina Herrera design. Her gown started out stunning — check out that sweetheart neckline and those billowy sleeves! — but lost us with the addition of an attached cape detail. Get a better view next…
_
Though we didn't love the cape addition on her Carolina Herrera gown, we have to give Sofia Carson credit for choosing those stunning earrings from David Yurman.
_
Melissa Gorga kept things shimmery in an illusory jumpsuit by Retrofête on VMAs night. The "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star's spaghetti-strap one-piece included subtle all-over shimmer and certainly made her husband's ensemble look silly…
_
Did Melissa Gorga tell husband Joe Gorga they were heading to an award show? It certainly didn't seem like it, as the Bravo star turned up in the most casual ensemble ever — a white tee, jeans and sneakers.
_
Yawn! Lili Reinhart's black drapey Fendi number might have come straight off the runway, but the pick felt much too dreary for such a fun award show. The semi-sheer piece included a high neck, plenty of lace, sequins and a cutout down the bodice that served as the only element that showed skin on the covered-up confection.
_
Despite the dismal dress, Lili Reinhart stepped things up in the jewelry department. Look at those gorgeous diamond drop earrings!
_
Snoop Dogg kept it classy in a shiny leather tracksuit. The legend's olive green coordinates included shimmery long arms for some extra razzle dazzle at the MTV VMAs. The only part we didn't love? The way he finished it off with those camouflage sneakers.
_
Sheer isn't just for the ladies! Billy Eichner repped for the boys and showed they can get in on the trend when he arrived wearing a sheer black short-sleeved button-down paired with black trousers and shiny dress shoes.
_
LL Cool J kept things super-simple on the red carpet. Though he definitely could have dressed up more for the occasion and finished off his leather jacket, T-shirt and leather pants look with a shoe other than a sneaker, we appreciate the way the music star always stays true to his individual style.
Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock
Seth Wenig/AP/Shutterstock
